BIO

HONORS: Named preseason SEC Defensive Newcomer of the Year by Sporting News…

2005: Played in four games (Wyoming, Louisiana Tech, Kentucky and Mississippi State)…Underwent surgery to repair the anterior cruciate ligament and cartilage in his left knee on Nov. 28, expected to return to action in six to eight months…Recorded one solo tackle in the Gators' home victory over Mississippi State…Posted a career-high four tackles against Kentucky, one solo and three assisted…Recorded his first tackle against Louisiana Tech…One of five true freshmen who saw action in the Gators' home opener against Wyoming…

PREP: Finished his senior season with 160 tackles, six sacks, and five forced fumbles…Recording 145 tackles and seven sacks…Two-time (4A) all-state selection…Led team in tackles as a junior and senior…Ranked 32nd nationally among linebackers on Scout.com…Ranked 8th at his position by Rivals.com…Ranked the 22nd best player in the state of Florida by Rivals.com…